But what was the overall impression Belinda gave?
Compared to Di Xiaxia, her skating was very beautiful and accurate, but it lacked the unbridled and exhilarating sense of abandon that characterized Di Xiaxia’s performances.
To use a very sensual metaphor, when Di Xiaxia skated, you would get excited along with her, feeling like she was playing.
Even those who never understood extreme sliding would be attracted to her. It wasn’t because her movements were so astonishing, but because her vibe was amazing—a carefree and dashing vibe.
Even if you didn’t understand extreme sliding, you would be drawn to want to try it because of her allure.
Although Belinda’s technique was not a problem and her entire set of movements was beautifully executed, it didn’t evoke that sense of exhilaration.
Therefore, even though Belinda made no mistakes, people still felt she wasn’t as thrilling as Di Xiaxia.
This intensified the discussions and speculation concerning the championship.
Some people quietly speculated that Belinda could not possibly surpass Di Xiaxia, and others believed that if Belinda continued without errors, she might tie with Di Xiaxia.
But there could not be two champions; hence, the two might have to compete again
in their own contest, pitting strength against strength—and the pressure was even greater.
Belinda performed consistently, with no breakthroughs but also without mistakes. She quickly completed an entire set of movements, the first to do so in that group.
However...
She took 0.3 seconds longer than Di Xiaxia, using a total of eighteen minutes and forty-two seconds.
Immediately, people were abuzz. That said, it seemed Di Xiaxia should be the champion, right?

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